when two people take their right hands (or left if they so wish) and act as if they are giving each other a high five. however, instead of a high five, they wrap their thumbs around each other's hands and wave side to side.

Me: I totally taught Mr. Shepherd the Handhug!
Kaylin: That's great!

KK was amused when she found out how to handhug. Now she, Kaylin, and Madi teach everyone they meet.

A Hand Hug is a unique expression of love. It's different from a regular hug because it just involves using your hand. You can give a Hand Hug to your friends, co-workers, peers, or anyone who has a hand. Hand Hugs cheer up people's days and allow you to connect with them.

The act of wrapping your thumb around someone's hand, while they wrap their thumb around the other side of your hand. Popularized mainly by middle-school students, Bruce Jenner and Scott Disick are also fans of the Hand Hug.